Liking verbs (wearing well, isn't it?)

Tung Quoc · #1 (permalink) Mon Aug 21, 2006 3:02 am *Liking verbs (wearing well, isn't it?)*

Dear teachers,

What is the meaning of "wear well" in:

1. This carpet is wearing well, isn't it?
2. You're wearing well.

Thanks
Quoc

Yankee · #2 (permalink) Mon Aug 21, 2006 8:55 am *Liking verbs (wearing well, isn't it?)*

Hi Quoc
.
First a question: What is a "liking verb"? Did you mean "linking"?

A carpet that is wearing well is withstanding use (rather than immediately "wearing out" Laughing

).

A person who is wearing well is most likely withstanding a difficult situation or criticism well.

Amy

Alan · #3 (permalink) Mon Aug 21, 2006 8:59 am *Wearing well*

Hi,

Just llike to add to Amy's response: to me 'You're wearing well' means despite your age you are looking fit and well.

Alan
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Yankee · #4 (permalink) Mon Aug 21, 2006 9:06 am *Liking verbs (wearing well, isn't it?)*

Good morning, Alan

Yes, I agree with that as a meaning, too.

Amy

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